Carnival Corporation has announced a significant data breach that has impacted over 800,000 Texans, following a cybersecurity incident in April. The breach, detected on April 14, was not the result of a complex technical hack but rather a social engineering attack where an employee was deceived, allowing unauthorized access to parts of the company’s IT system.

Details of the Breach

The compromised information includes names, home addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, driver’s license numbers, and passport numbers. Carnival has stated that the extent of the data compromised varies by individual, and the full scope of the breach is still under investigation.

In response to the breach, Carnival has taken swift action to block the unauthorized activity and has engaged third-party security experts to bolster its systems. The company is committed to protecting personal data and has implemented additional security measures to prevent future incidents.

Support for Affected Individuals

For those affected in the United States, Carnival is offering two years of complimentary credit monitoring services through TransUnion. The company advises individuals to remain vigilant by monitoring their account statements and credit histories for any signs of unauthorized activity. If individuals suspect identity theft or fraud, they are encouraged to contact local law enforcement.

Carnival has expressed regret over the incident and is in the process of notifying affected individuals. Customers with questions can reach out to a dedicated call center available Monday through Friday.

Original reporting: KREM Spokane — read the source article.